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Symptoms of Melancholic Depression
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Symptoms of Melancholic Depression

There are symptoms that melancholic depression can have in common with MDD, as well as some that give it a specific classification. The source notes that since the American Psychiatric Association (APA) doesn’t officially recognize melancholic depression on its own anymore, your doctor may diagnose you with “major depressive disorder with melancholic features.”

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6 Somewhat Depressing Facts about Antidepressants
By Jeff Hayward Your Health

6 Somewhat Depressing Facts about Antidepressants

If you’re feeling sad for unexplained reasons for unreasonable lengths of time, chances are your physician may recommend antidepressants. While these medications may help stabilize your mood, they can also have serious effects that are hidden in the fine print. If you think you’re depressed, you may be wise to try other options such as […]

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10 Nutrient Deficiencies that Can Cause Depression
By Emily Lockhart Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

10 Nutrient Deficiencies that Can Cause Depression

Not feeling great lately? It’s possible you’ve picked up a cold or some other kind of infection. But there’s also the chance that you’re dealing with a nutritional deficiency that could leave you feeling tired, restless, even nauseous. The good news is that there are ways to confront these deficiencies. You can work with an […]

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Highly Refined Carbs Linked to Depression
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Highly Refined Carbs Linked to Depression

A diet filled with highly refined carbohydrates–such as white bread and pasta–can raise one’s risk of depression, a new study has found. The study, which was carried out by American researchers using data collected through the Women’s Health Initiative Observational Study, involved roughly 70,000 participants. Researchers focused on participants’ mental health status, their diets, and […]

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